Quick answer: Clear PPF is invisible and protects paint while keeping the factory color; colored PPF changes the vehicle color while also providing chip and scratch protection. Choose clear PPF to preserve an original finish; choose colored PPF when you want a new color and paint protection in one layer.
Colored vs clear PPF shopping path
Use this comparison to decide whether the project needs invisible protection, visible color, or a sample-first check before larger coverage.
Compare PPF types with samples before choosing a full film
Clear PPF, colored PPF, gloss PPF, and matte PPF solve different problems. If the decision is still between protection, color change, and finish, use the guide path and sample path together before ordering a larger roll.